✨ Discover Rome Like Never Before – With a Native Roman Art Historian and Licensed Guide! 🇮🇹✨
Ciao and Welcome to Rome!
I’m Cristina Sofia, a licensed Rome tour guide, professional art historian, and experienced journalist – born and raised in the Eternal City. I’ll be your personal storyteller, cultural translator, and memory maker as you explore the wonders of Rome, Vatican City, and beyond.
If you’re an American traveler dreaming of a meaningful, enriching Roman experience — you’re in the right place.
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🎯 Why Choose Me as Your Personal Rome Guide?
✅ Licensed, Certified & Award-Winning
With over 15+ years of guiding experience, I hold the official Blue Badge Tour Guide License of Rome & Vatican (Highest Score!) — so we can go anywhere together, including restricted areas and exclusive palaces.
✅ Academic Background in Art & Archaeology
I graduated with honors (110 cum laude) in Art History from La Sapienza University, where I later became a professor and researcher. I’m an expert in Ancient Roman Archaeology, Medieval, Renaissance & Baroque Art.
✅ Fluent in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese (and more!)
I speak your language — literally. Raised multilingual and trained abroad, I offer tours tailored especially for American travelers.
✅ Over 1,000 Happy Tourists & 5-Star Reviews
I’ve guided VIPs, families, solo travelers, art lovers, students, and celebrities through Rome’s treasures. With more than 1,000+ published articles, a bestselling book on Rome, and appearances on TV & radio, I bring unmatched depth and enthusiasm to every tour.
✅ Photos Included – Even Polaroids! 📸
Want memories that last? I’ll take professional-style photos of you during your tour, and even snap a few Polaroid keepsakes — a unique souvenir of your Roman holiday.
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🏛️ What I Offer
🔹 Private Guided Tours of Rome & Vatican
Visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and more — with insider stories you won’t find in any guidebook.
🔹 Custom Day Trips
Explore Pompeii, Amalfi Coast, Naples, Florence, Siena and more. Every itinerary is custom-built after booking to match your interests, pace, and travel style.
🔹 Wine & Food Tastings 🍷🍝
Want to indulge in the best of Italian cuisine? I can organize unforgettable tasting experiences — from rustic trattorias to refined wine bars.
🔹 VIP & Hidden Rome Experiences
Access private palaces, noble residences, and exclusive sites most tourists never see. I have close connections and deep knowledge of Rome’s hidden gems.
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🎓 My Credentials at a Glance
• Master’s Degree in Art History (Summa Cum Laude, 110/110)
• Former Assistant Professor of Art History – La Sapienza University
• Licensed Rome & Vatican Tour Guide – Top Score
• Licensed European Tour Leader
• Professional Journalist & TV Anchor (Art, Architecture & Travel)
• Published Author – Books on Rome & Art
• Winner – 2 Art Criticism Awards & International Journalism Prizes
• Founder – Cultural Association to Promote Italian Art & History
• Experienced with top operators: Celebrity Cruises, Princess Cruises, Perillo Tours, Hilton, Excelsior, Grand Hotel, and more.
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❤️ Why American Travelers Love My Tours
I design every tour for YOU — not for crowds. I understand what American visitors look for: insider knowledge, historical depth, convenience, comfort, good conversation, and unforgettable memories. Whether you’re a solo traveler, a couple, a family with kids, or a group of friends — you’ll feel like you’re exploring Rome with an old friend who’s also an art scholar.
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✈️ Ready to Make Your Roman Dream Come True?
👉 Book now, and I’ll personally reach out to customize your perfect itinerary.
💌 Have a question or special request? Just email me — I answer personally!
📸 Your dream Roman holiday deserves more than a selfie and a guidebook. Let me show you the real Rome.
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Let’s turn your trip into a masterpiece.
See you in Rome! 🇮🇹
Cristina, your Amazing luxury tour guide
I’m here to help you make your Italian dream a reality. I offer knowledge, help, advice and tips to make you feel home in Rome!
I will make your trip a joyous and memorable experience. Upon request, I can take photos of you during the tour, arrange a wine and food tasting.
🇮🇹You don’t need any book with me, I am an encyclopedia!
With more than 1000+ happy tourists, 1000+ articles, a book and a couple of pubblications, videos and documentaries, I’m the one-stop resource you need for your Rome discovery journey, and more. I plan excursions of 1 day to Pompei, Amalfi, Florence and half day to Tivoli and Ostia.